Attorneys navigating today’s increasingly digital legal landscape cannot afford to operate with only a cursory understanding of artificial intelligence (AI), according to Microsoft’s Assistant General Counsel Ben Glatstein. In an online event with Berkeley Law’s Irene Liu, Glatstein emphasized the crucial role of AI literacy in legal practice, insisting that even a “mediocre” lawyer needs to comprehend the AI principles, while an aspiring “great AI” lawyer should engage directly with the technology, displaying curiosity and a readiness to experiment with its capabilities.
Addressing his peers, Glatstein underscored the transformation AI is rapidly inflicting on the legal profession. AI is not merely a buzzword to throw around loosely, but a powerful tool that, when properly employed, can significantly enhance one’s legal practice.
For lawyers aspiring to master AI applications in their work, Glatstein recommends a hands-on approach. Not only should they be eager to delve into the mechanics of AI, but they should also be prepared to spend time experimenting with the technology.
Good AI comprehension is certainly becoming more than a simple nice-to-have in the current climate, as generative AI alters how lawyers operate. Glatstein has strived to put to rest any lingering doubts about the value and pertinence of AI technologies for legal professionals.
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